Job Requirements Company Description University of Maryland Upper Chesapeake Health (UM UCH) offers the residents of northeastern Maryland an unparalleled combination of clinical expertise, leading-edge technology, and an exceptional patient experience.
A community-based, integrated, non-profit health system, our vision is to become the preferred, integrated health system creating the healthiest community in Maryland.
We are dedicated to maintaining and improving the health of the people in our community through an integrated health delivery system that provides high quality care to all.
Our commitment to service excellence is evident through a broad range of health care services, technologies and facilities.
We work collaboratively with our community and other health organizations to serve as a resource for health promotion and education.
Today, UM UCH is the leading health care system and second largest private employer in Harford County.
Our 3,500 team members and over 650 medical staff physicians serve residents of Harford County, eastern Baltimore County, and western Cecil County.
Patient Care Technician, Emergency Department, full time, days, 0700am-1930pm
Job Summary Under the direction of professional nursing staff, provides direct patient care.
Takes vital signs, checks surgical dressings, and aids with activities of daily living (ADLs).
This role performs blood draws and collects specimen samples.
Observes and collects data and communicates about the patient’s status in order to identify needs and provides needed care.
Serves as a member of the interdisciplinary patient care services team.
Primary Responsibilities The following statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification.
They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all job responsibilities performed. · Performs testing and manages the care of the patient based on results achieved and clinical findings. · Records patient care along the continuum, including activities of daily living (ADLs): feeding, bathing, dressing, toileting and transferring. · Completes, documents and reports patient vital signs (temperature, blood pressure, pulse, respiration, oxygen saturation and reported pain level). · Assists in admission, transfer and discharge of patients. · Participates in cost effective strategies to optimize patient outcomes. · Promotes patient safety including fall prevention.
Ensures the safety of the clinical environment for patients, visitors, and other staff members. · Maintains order and appearance of patient rooms and work area.
